A MAMLUK SILVER-INLAID BRASS CANDLESTICK BASE, EGYPT OR SYRIA, 14TH CENTURY

A MAMLUK SILVER-INLAID BRASS CANDLESTICK BASE, EGYPT OR SYRIA, 14TH CENTURY

with a wide band of fine thuluth inscription between two roundels containing lotus palmettes and stylised flowerheads, between ridged bands with feathery details, further foliate decoration around slightly flared base

14.4cm. height

27.8cm. diam. base